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How Can Law Enforcement Help Me

If you believe you are the victim of an abusive relationship or domestic violence, then call the police and allow us to assist you the victim. As the responding officers are in route to your address remember that they are there to help you and your children. Below is but a few of the issues that the officers will address and what you can expect.

When the Police Arrive:
  • Tell what has happened and who is involved.
  • Tell the location of the suspect. (If known)
  • Tell if weapons were involved and there location. (Don’t approach the officer with a weapon)
  • Indicate injuries you sustained. (Photos may have to be taken)

The Officer Will:
  • Write a report of the incident that occurred.
  • The officer will ask and /or determine if medical attention is needed.
  • The officer will help you if you wish to prosecute.

The Officer Can Assist in:
  • In obtaining a warrant or order of protection. (The suspect's address, work location, or other possible locations is needed)
  • The officer can assist in locating a victim’s shelter.
  • They can refer other social services as needed.
What to do After The Police Leave
Contact, and expect to be contacted by, the Sevier County Sheriff's Office Domestic Violence Unit.  The officer will assist you in developing a personalized safety plan.
 Always obtain medical attention for injuries.
Consider whether an order of protection may be helpful.

Call the phone numbers provided on the blue card for further assistance.
Keep a copy of domestic incident reports and other documents in a safe place.
Support is Just A Phone Call Away (865) 453-4668 Ext 9

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  • Home
  • Administration
  • Mission Statement
  • Divisions
    • Animal Control
    • Chaplain Corp
    • Court Services
    • Criminal Investigations
    • Dispatch
    • Dive Team
    • Domestic Violence
    • EOD Unit
    • GIS Division
    • K9 Division
    • Litter Patrol Unit
    • Office of Community Relations
    • Patrol Division
    • Records & Warrants
    • Reserve Division
    • School Resource
    • Street Crimes Unit
    • Special Operations (SORT)
    • Traffic Unit
    • Training Division
    • Video Forensic Unit >
      • Attorney Video Registration >
        • Patrol Video Evidence Request Form
        • Corrections Video Evidence Request
  • Domestic Violence
  • Jail Information
  • Employment
  • Crime Tips
  • Accreditation
  • Press Releases
  • Community Resources
    • Special Needs Registry
    • Halloween Block Party
    • Business Watch
    • Senior Outreach Program
    • Sheriff's S.T.O.P. Program
    • CodeRed Emergency Alert
    • Community Safety Guide
    • Free Dog House Program
    • Internship Program
    • Tennessee Gun Laws
    • Community Info/Classes
    • Victim Notification System
    • Funeral Escort Request
    • Sheriff's Citizen Academy
    • Sheriff's Kids Camp
    • Motorcycle Safety
    • National Night Out
    • Community Video Partnership
    • Public Events/Request A Deputy
    • Vacation Home Check
    • Prescription Drug Take Back Program
    • Project Child Safe (Gun Safety)
    • Neighborhood Watch
    • Disaster Preparedness
    • Citizen Survey
    • Reserve Division
    • Traffic Complaint
  • SCSO Employees
    • School Resource Officers
    • Field Training Officers
    • Chaplain Corp
  • Reserve Division
  • MOST WANTED